Thankfulness, Part IV

As Gentile believers, there is nothing more evident than our reliance on God for all things. Even though the world may drag us down with it's cares and burdens, it is essential that we stay in thanksgiving. We should make every effort (daily and even hourly) to praise God for everything He has done for us.

One of the things that has struck me lately is the meaning of our existence. A scripture that explains our overall purpose so eloquently is the verses in the first chapter of Colossians. Especially, verse 16 which very clearly states that all things were created by Him and for Him. That includes you and I and everything else in creation. We were created for Him not the other way around.

This simple statement (Created by Him and for Him) speaks volumes about what God and His Son should mean to us. He is God. He is Creator of life and everything we see. He is the Creator of the heavens and all that is within them. He is not only Creator of what we see but even the unseen world both microscopic and spiritual. This is the reason why God is pleased with our humility before Him. When we understand our place and honor Him as God alone.

Yet, He is not only Creator but sustainer of life. Everything that exists continues to do so as a result of Him. He is not only Creator and sustainer of life but protector of life and saviour of our lives. We, in our daily walk should never forget just how important God is and we should often remind ourselves of the deep impact of His love and grace that is shed on us through Jesus Christ.

We must be thankful and praise the Father for his goodness, mercy, salvation, protection, and provision everyday. Letting Him know how precious He is to us, for we are because He is.

^{Colossians 1:15-16}

¹⁵He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. ¹⁶For by him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things were created by him and for him.